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Concerned about an obstruction without force citation. Would we need an attorney for this. We don't want it on record.

Jonathan's answer | Answered on August 29, 2014

The prosecutor has been in court a lot,trying to put people in your daughter's position in jail. So has the officer, and he already decided your...

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What is the estimated cost of a lawyer on a shoplifting(felony) charge?

Jonathan's answer | Answered on August 29, 2014

Attorney costs are not something that can be standardized. The details of a case can change the amount of work for your lawyer drastically, and...

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How can someone withdraw a charge against her own father?

Jonathan's answer | Answered on August 29, 2014

PLEASE IGNORE THE ADVICE OF COUNSEL FROM OTHER STATES. They are not familiar with the ethics and laws of Virginia regarding your friend wanting to...

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If you accept a check for totaled car is claim closed? What about medical expenses?

Jonathan's answer | Answered on August 29, 2014

The property damage claim is closed. Medical is a different claim. You probably do not want to sign any waivers with any insurance company until...

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Will my first felony(shoplifting over 200$) be dropped down to a lesser charge?

Jonathan's answer | Answered on August 29, 2014

Probably not just magically on its own. You may need the assistance of an attorney to negotiate such a result on your behalf. That is a possible...

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Will you always go to jail for driving on a suspended license in Va or is it @ the officer's discretion?

Jonathan's answer | Answered on August 29, 2014

It is the judge's discretion that determines your sentence, not the officer. If your car is parked legally it need not be impounded. As this is...

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How long will my boyfriend be in jail?

Jonathan's answer | Answered on August 29, 2014

Whether he will be tried as an adult or minor it's up to the prosecutor. Unfortunately nobody online can answer your questions. These are questions...

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I was 8 months pregnant and involved in a significant car crash where the other driver was charged.

Jonathan's answer | Answered on August 29, 2014

This is a significant accident where you may want to hire an attorney to maximize your claim instead of "filing a claim" yourself. You have two...

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If A Person was to Hire A Lawyer, shpuld tjat person hire one.in The City that they got arrested in because I heard that A

Jonathan's answer | Answered on August 28, 2014

There are guides on this website for how to choose a lawyer. It comes down to hiring somebody who your are comfortable with and you believe...

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Question about the "approaching emergency vehicle without caution" ticket-Move over Law in VA.

Jonathan's answer | Answered on August 28, 2014

You have the right to go without a lawyer for any case, but that results in you being the least experienced person involved in your own case....

Jonathan D. Esten's Answers (1764)

Concerned about an obstruction without force citation. Would we need an attorney for this. We don't want it on record.

What is the estimated cost of a lawyer on a shoplifting(felony) charge?

How can someone withdraw a charge against her own father?

If you accept a check for totaled car is claim closed? What about medical expenses?

Will my first felony(shoplifting over 200$) be dropped down to a lesser charge?

Will you always go to jail for driving on a suspended license in Va or is it @ the officer's discretion?

How long will my boyfriend be in jail?

I was 8 months pregnant and involved in a significant car crash where the other driver was charged.

If A Person was to Hire A Lawyer, shpuld tjat person hire one.in The City that they got arrested in because I heard that A

Question about the "approaching emergency vehicle without caution" ticket-Move over Law in VA.